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Happy Earth Day, friends! We’re firm believers that we should be celebrating Earth Day every day by thinking a little more about our environmental footprint. Today’s bonus episode outlines five easy ways you can live more eco-consciously. Below, each tip has links to additional podcast episodes in the Apple Podcast app if you’d like more info – episode are available wherever you listen to podcasts! You can also find some of my fave climate change resources (books, documentaries, etc) here + some zero-waste supply recommendations here. Connect with me on instagram – @ecochicpodcast or @lauraediez, and you can send me an email via lauraediez.com! Eat More Plants 3: What’s The Beef? 17: Our Global Food Systems + Sustainability: Megan Faletra, The Well Essentials 43: Your Guide To Becoming A Zero Waste, Vegan Home Cook 55: Eco-Conscious Beef: How Animal Agriculture Can Be Done Sustainably Avoid The Big Four: Water Bottles, Straws, Bags, Coffee Cups 25: Straws vs. Fishing Nets: The Real Deal 40: 10 Easy Zero Waste Swaps 49: How To Shop Package Free Compost 9: The Compost Convo Composting 101 (blog post!) Take Less Flights 7: Travel Smarter Shop Secondhand 10: Fast Fashion 18: Get Thrifty 31: Sustainable Fashion Initiative Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re crafting today! I’m joined by my friend Elizabeth Lancione of Feelin Loopy Crochet to talk you through three do-it-yourself projects for your lower waste lifestyle. We’re teaching you how to make a reusable shopping bag, produce bags, and cotton face rounds (crochet or sew!). We also have two bonus projects to share: coffee scrub and beeswax wraps! If you’d like to follow along with written directions and photos, we created a PDF! Download it here, from lauraediez.com. Let’s connect on insta – @ecochicpodcast or @lauraediez! Find Elizabeth on Etsy and Instagram! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It can be easy to preach against animal products when promoting an environmental lifestyle – but that definitely doesn’t work for everyone! I’m excited for us to be diving deep into the world of animal agriculture, cattle ranching, and climate change today with Megan of the Diablo Trust, a collaborative group of ranchers, advocacy groups, and even government agencies. We are educating ourselves on the *actual* environmental concerns with animal ag, trends in eco-conscious land management, + so much more. Let’s talk about where your food is coming from, who is growing it, and how all communities and ecology can truly come together. Let’s def connect – find us on insta, @ecochicpodcast / @lauraediez + online www.lauraediez.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week, AOC reminded us that “climate change is not an elitist issue,” … but perhaps environmental lifestyle choices inherently are. We’re touching upon the social factors that influence your ability (or inability!) to make lower-waste, more eco-concious choices. We’re breaking down how your neighborhood and socioeconomic status influence your environmental footprint, but then taking it a little further and discussing how the politics of your region play into that. Let’s break down why it’s easier to shop plastic-free in California versus a Publix grocery store in Florida (a juicy investigation, if I do say so myself!). While climate change absolutely impacts all of us, the choices we make in response to that acceptance are a little more tricky. Let’s connect on insta – @ecochicpodcast + @lauraediez, and online at lauraediez.com Today’s episode of ECO CHIC is brought to you by Kinder Beauty Box! Use ECOCHIC at kinderbeauty.com for a surprise bonus gift in your first box of totally vegan, cruelty-free makeup and skincare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s break down a cool little intersection of environment + health: organic produce. Today, we’ll discuss what organic certification truly means, the agricultural implications, and even some benefits of conventionally grown fruits and veggies. We’re also introducing the Environmental Working Group’s Dirty Dozen list, to help us all be more savvy shoppers. Let’s connect on insta – @ecochicpodcast + @lauraediez, and online at lauraediez.com USC is hosting their annual The Big Event, and they’d love you to participate in The Climate Ribbon Project! Sign your name on a ribbon here + learn more about The Climate Ribbon Project here. Today’s episode of ECO CHIC is brought to you by Kinder Beauty Box! Use ECOCHIC at kinderbeauty.com for a surprise bonus gift in your first box of totally vegan, cruelty-free makeup and skincare. Resources: * EWG’s 2019 Dirty Dozen List* Pinterest graphic * Research on organic vs conventional farm yields Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Palm oil: one of the biggest things the internet is telling you to give up if you care about the planet. Today, we are breaking down the situation a little further – let’s talk about how palm oil is harvested, who is being hurt, how it’s effecting our global greenhouse gas emissions… but let’s also talk about the lesser-advocated-for benefits of this oil. While deforestation is environmentally villainous, and efforts to save orangutans really tug at your heart … we also should acknowledge that palm oil is one of our absolute most efficient globally. I would LOVE to hear your thoughts on today’s semi-controversial conversation! Let’s connect on insta – @ecochicpodcast + @lauraediez, and online at lauraediez.com Today’s episode of ECO CHIC is brought to you by Kinder Beauty Box! Use ECOCHIC at kinderbeauty.com for a surprise bonus gift in your first box of totally vegan, cruelty-free makeup and skincare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Art, the environment, and eco-conscious messages you may not even realize you’re being sent! My great friend Dana Rodriguez is joining us today to talk about art: creating it, buying it, and what how it’s influencing the masses. We’re getting into materials, discussing specific artists famous for their work, and the impact of social media culture in the art world. Get in touch with Dana on instagram, @danarodriguezart Today’s episode of ECO CHIC is brought to you by Kinder Beauty Box! Use ECOCHIC at kinderbeauty.com for a surprise bonus gift in your first box of totally vegan, cruelty-free makeup and skincare. Follow us @ecochicpodcast on instagram (giveaway going on right now!) + @lauraediez. Email me via www.lauraediez.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Energy: where does it come from + why should you care? We’re sitting down with my great friend, Christina Lizzo, to discuss how we extract natural gas, and some drawbacks of renewable energy alternatives. We’re also touching on the subjects of geopolitics, political awareness, and where different people fit into shifting our larger energy systems. Today’s episode of ECO CHIC is brought to you by Kinder Beauty Box! Use ECOCHIC at kinderbeauty.com for a surprise bonus gift in your first box of totally vegan, cruelty-free makeup and skincare. Follow us @ecochicpodcast on instagram (giveaway going on right now!) + @lauraediez. Email me via www.lauraediez.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reducing your packaging is arguably one of the easiest ways to start lessening your environmental footprint! Let’s talk today about one of your most frequent plastic-ridden purchases: groceries. We’re sharing tips on how to prepare for your grocery trip, what to do at the store, and how to store things once you get home. Package-free shopping shouldn’t be intimidating, inconvenient, or too different from your usual grocery run. It doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing, either – if you can only do package-free produce, that works. Do what you can! Follow us @ecochicpodcast on instagram (giveaway going on right now!) + @lauraediez. Email me via www.lauraediez.com Resources: * How To Shop Package Free blog post* Bulk Bin Finder* Reusable Produce Bags* How to DIY produce bags Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where do condoms come from? What even is lube? Today, we’re breaking down the environmental impacts of our basic sexual wellness products! Let’s discuss the sustainability (and health!) of our bedroom choices: condoms, personal lubricant, vibrators, and a bit more. We’re also sharing lots of brands you may want to switch to, and how these products are linked to our larger environmental footprints. Instead of an end-of-ep question, this episode is answering your eco-conscious sex questions throughout our conversation. Let’s chat – find us on insta, @ecochicpodcast / @lauraediez + online www.lauraediez.com. PS: @ecochicpodcast will be hosting a giveaway for vegan, non-GMO, fair trade rubber condoms this week! Resources: * Glyde: certified vegan + fair trade* Durex: some vegan + non-latex options* Sustain: non-GMO, fair trade, vegan condoms + aloe-based personal lubricant (plus great women’s health products) (website always has great discount codes!) * Unique Plus: non-latex + eco-friendly packaging* Woo More Play: coconut oil lube (code: ECOCHIC)* Good Clean Love: Organic 95% aloe-based lubricant* GAIA vibrator: totally biodegradable* More info on rubber harvesting, via NPR * NY Mag, “Best Organic Condoms and Lubes”* Sex With Emily (podcast + website) Today’s episode is brought to you by Kinder Beauty Box, www.kinderbeauty.com – code ECOCHIC will get you a bonus surprise in your first box! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckle up for one of our most thought-provoking episodes yet! We’re sitting down with Dr. Brian Petersen today to discuss the circular economy theory – and why it doesn’t really make sense as a climate change solution. We touch upon the efforts of the zero waste movement, and larger social systems: are people truly happy with a society of constant consumption? How does technology impact our social systems, and can we use it to combat environmental issues? What do we *actually* need? Today’s episode of ECO CHIC is brought to you by Kinder Beauty Box! Use ECOCHIC at kinderbeauty.com for a surprise bonus gift in your first box of totally vegan, cruelty-free makeup and skincare. Let’s connect on insta – @ecochicpodcast + @lauraediez, and online at lauraediez.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Thursday! We have a quick episode today all about ten easy things that you can totally start making on your own with your food scraps. Even if you’re not able to compost, you can definitely start to reduce your kitchen waste by rethinking what you’re purchasing, and how you can make some things on your own with what you already have. We’re breaking down the basics on some kitchen staples, sharing a couple of easy meal ideas, a bath product, and even a drink! Aiming for zero waste isn’t always about completely changing your lifestyle, but rather just encouraging some mindfulness around what you’re sending to a landfill. Vegan Banana Bread: * 2-3 super ripe bananas* 3/4 cup whole wheat flour (oat flour works great too!)* 1/2 cup sugar* 1/4 cup of vegetable or coconut oil* splash of almond milk* 1 tsp of baking soda* 1 tsp salt* cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla* Bake at 425F for ~30 minutes for muffins, ~60 mins for a loaf Let’s connect on instagram @ecochicpodcast + @lauraediez, and online at lauraediez.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve ever wondered if purchasing an organic cotton t-shirt is actually better than purchasing a conventional one … you’re not alone. Today we’re discussing the environmental considerations surrounding your cotton clothing: crop yields, irrigation, transportation, and even laundry while you own it. Our end-of-ep tidbit this week revolves around a somewhat laughable personal experience, sharing some health and safety considerations for essential oils and wool dryer balls! Let’s connect: @ecochicpodcast or @lauraediez on instagram, and www.lauraediez.com online Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s talk about what nail polish has to do with staying healthy, looking good, and your dog. Today we’re hanging out with Valentina of *Hype Nail, a toxic-free polish brand. We’re discussing LOTS: the toxicity that is mainstream nail polish, how harmful chemicals can be replaced with plant-based ingredients, and how to dispose of polishes. We also chat about why animal testing needs to go, and the power of consumers in shifting the market. PLUS: ECO CHIC listeners get a special 30% off discount code so you can clean up your nail care asap! Our end-of-episode question is full of tips on how you can give some lower-waste, eco-conscious gifts this Valentine’s Day (and all year round)! Let’s connect on instagram, @ecochicpodcast + @lauraediez, or online at www.lauraediez.com Find *Hype Nail at www.hypenail.com and on Amazon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cheers to our first Thursday episode! We’re talking today with Jessie Stokes, author of the Zero Waste Vegan Cookbook! Let’s break down how zero waste and low impact living can look different for everyone, and the benefits of plant-based meals, even just a couple of times per week. Jessie is giving tips on how to shop at “regular” grocery stores, and even sharing some simple go-to plant-based recipes. More information + inspiration a lower impact kitchen: * Meatless Mondays: Do Yourself A Favor* Lower Waste Kitchen Swaps* How To: Shop Package Free Find us @ecochicpodcast or @lauraediez on instagram, or www.lauraediez.com online Find Jessie at www.tinyyellowbungalow.com and on instagram @tinyyellowbungalow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are sitting down today with Nathan Friedman of Wanderlust Brewing Company in Flagstaff, AZ, breaking down the environmental and logistical variables that go into the brewing process. Nathan is discussing the everything that goes into your go-to beer: the water usage, the malting process, ingredient sourcing, bacteria and yeast … really SO much knowledge on a drink we all enjoy but may not think too deeply about. We’re also touching on how certain steps in the process can be tweaked for reuse or conservation, PLUS the topic that got me wanting to host this chat: Wanderlust’s microbrew made from reclaimed water. Let’s connect – on instagram, find us @ecochicpodcast + @lauraediez, and online at www.lauraediez.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re sitting down with Nora Schaper today, co-founder of Bodylish, a natural beauty line, and HiBar, a new salon-quality solid shampoo bar. Nora discusses her unconventional path into entrepreneurship, and the conception of two totally different business models, both forward-thinking in sustainability. We’re breaking down some challenges associated with different business models and products, and the power of an environmentally-conscious brand to really shake up the market. Let’s chat! Find us on instagram @ecochicpodcast (so many good giveaways lately!), my personal page @lauraediez, or on lauraediez.com Connect with Nora at [email protected] or [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s all agree to be less trashy in 2019. Today, we’re getting into ten super simple ways you can reduce your waste. Plus, I’m breaking down the difference between “zero waste” and “low impact” lifestyles, and why I think the iconic trash jar is silly. Sticking to theme, the end-of-episode question is all about plastic bags! Find all the ten swaps for a lower impact lifestyle below; links are to Amazon. * Carry a reusable water bottle everywhere – to work, the gym, Panera… everywhere* Reusable Coffee Mug for your office or backpack* Stainless Steel Straws! Bonus: chic on a bar cart * Reusable Shopping Bags – remember, they’re not just for grocery stores! * Reusable Produce Bags* Wool Dryer Balls* Sign up for a local compost pick-up service (or start your own compost system!)* Shop Secondhand (more info on Episode 18)* Pick up lonely bananas* Carry a set of your own silverware (inexpensive thrift!), or opt for a spork that lives in your bag Let’s connect! Find @ecochicpodcast on instagram, or my personal page @lauraediez. Email us + find more resources at www.lauraediez.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s get into clean, natural skincare – good for your body, inside and out. Jade rolling is rooted in ancient Chinese medicine, using a crystal for its anti-aging properties. Jade rolling is receiving a ton of buzz lately, too, in the skincare community for helping with face bloat and lymphatic drainage. Today, we’re discussing the biological benefits of facial massage, the benefits of specific oils and serums, and even more pros for a cleaner, greener beauty routine. * Let’s connect on Instagram – @ecochicpodcast, @lauraediez, www.lauraediez.com * Read sursublimite.com + connect with Halle on Instagram @sursublimite (where we’ll be giving away a jade roller!)* Specific oils and serums mentioned by Halle: * Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum* Dr Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Acid Serum* Beauty Counter * Find Luna Nectar online at www.lunanectar.com and on Instagram @lunanectar* Read about how to shop package-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are setting the scene for future conversations about shiny climate change solutions. What is geoengineering? Can we really just stop absorbing solar radiation? Why isn’t this cool research being put into practice yet? Let’s connect! Find @ecochicpodcast / @lauraediez on Instagram, or email at [email protected] Resources: * Check out the IPCC’s Fifth Assessment Report (AR5) * Vegan meal prep inspo: @thetoastedpinenut, @minimalistbaker, @upbeetandkaleingit* Listen to Episode 33 with Nicole Walker, where I am asked this very question of, “Will technology save us?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The US government shutdown is (unfortunately) going almost two weeks strong. A central conversation revolves around President Trump’s proposed border wall between the US and Mexico. Today, let’s discuss the environmental implications of this “huge, beautiful wall” – there is a lot to consider, between the associated greenhouse gas emissions and *whose* migration will be impacted. Find me on instagram, @ecochicpodcast + @lauraediez , and and online at www.lauraediez.com Find the McCallum et. al (2014) study here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are sitting down with my friend Emerald McCormick to talk about some major, global issues: climate refuges, terrorists, and developing world setbacks. We are get into how climate change is a women’s rights issue in many countries, and even touch on subjects like ecofeminism. If you are interested in learning more about EcoFeminism, check out Episode 28, or Women + Children, check out episode 30. If you’re interested in getting in touch with Emerald + further learning about the intersection of politics and climate issues, please email or DM me and I will put you in touch! Find me on instagram, @lauraediez + @ecochicpodcast and online at www.lauraediez.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this (slightly sassy) episode, I am hitting you with the three most common arguments of people who deny climate change, and how you can intelligently rebuttal. The holiday season might prompt some of these conversations with family, and it’s a lot easier to keep your cool when you’re armed with easy facts to disprove those conspiracies. Let’s connect! Find me @ecochicpodcast and @lauraediez on Instagram, or email me at [email protected] Resources: * For an easy, comprehensive list of climate denial rebuttals* An article on the last time the earth was as hot as we’re projecting it will be, due to human activity* Soap Nuts on Amazon* Wool Dryer Balls on Amazon* ECO CHIC: The Master List PDF download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we are diving deep into the topic of clean beauty with Halle Beeler of clean beauty blog, Sur Sublimite! We’re talking all about the products you should be rethinking in your routine, what labels and ingredients are worth looking into, and sharing tips on how to be an educated shopper. Connect with me on instagram, @ecochicpodcast and @lauraediez, and find more resources at www.lauraediez.com * Visit www.sursublimite.com * Follow Halle on instagram, @sursublimite * Product Database: Environmental Working Group * Think Dirty app Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we are joined by Nicole Walker, the author of Sustainability: A Love Story. Nicole and I are chatting about what sustainable actually means, the idea of a “personal cap-and-trade program”, and mindfulness moving forward. * Check out Nicole’s personal website, www.nikwalk.com * Find Sustainability: A Love Story on Amazon + your local retailers Let’s connect!! Find me on Instagram @ecochicpodcast / @lauraediez and at www.lauraediez.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

‘Tis the season! With the holidays upon us, we’re talking today about some easy tips + important considerations when it comes to keeping the season eco-conscious. We’re tackling some big-ticket topics today, like leftovers, Christmas trees, and gifts. Today’s end-of-episode question is all about the most important (zero-waste, vegan) meal of the day. Keep in touch! Email me at [email protected], or DM me at @lauraediez + @ecochicpodcast. Please reach out if you’d like some new ECO CHIC stickers! You can find our first printable PDF, ECO CHIC: The Master List (and lots of other fun things) at: www.lauraediez.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re talking today with Emma and Abby of the UNC Sustainable Fashion Initiative! We’re just skimming the surface of all things sustainable fashion: thrifting/upcycling, manufacturing pollution, workers’ conditions, and more. Let’s chat!! Message me @lauraediez, @ecochicpodcast, or [email protected] * Check out UNC SFI here * The True Cost * Additional Climate Change Resources * For more on thrifting, check out Episode 18 of ECO CHIC: Get Thrifty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Family Planning is one of the most crucial issues to tackle – population growth is super closely linked to increasing greenhouse gas emissions. Today, we’re highlighting the challenges associated with family planning services around the world, some successful countries, and how babies are totally tied to climate change. Slide into my DMs at @lauraediez ; follow ECO CHIC @ecochicpodcast ; email me at [email protected] * Additional stats/resources linked here * Climate change educational resources linked here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I’m hanging out with my friend Miles Dunlap, an expert in the electric vehicle space. We are getting into the innovation that is currently happening (and what has yet to be done), Tesla’s impact on the industry, Elon Musk’s motives… it’s a good one, y’all. * Chat with me on instragram @lauraediez, @ecochicpodcast + via email at [email protected] * Connect with Miles on instagram @milesdunlap_ + on twitter @quartermiles * Pick up Drawdown, my fave constantly-referenced, super readable collection of stats on the most feasible ways to combat climate change on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s introduce the concept of ECOFEMINISM. There is an intersection of gender equality and environmental exploitation … and today we’re just skimming the surface of the issues within that connection. Beyond explaining the ideology behind ecofeminism, we’ll also touch briefly on women’s education, maternal health, fast fashion, and veganism. Keep in touch! I’m on instagram @lauraediez + @ecochicpodcast. You can also email me at [email protected] Information + Inspiration: * Julia Mason, TEDxGrandValley: An Ecofeminist Perspective Françoise d’Eaubonne * Greta Gaard, Lori Gruen: “Ecofeminism: Toward Global Justice and Planetary Health” (1993) * Venn Diagram Youtube Video * What Is Ecofeminism and Green Consciousness? Youtube Video Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s talk about WINE. Today, we’re chatting with Tampa-based sommelier Jen Bingham all about the basics of growing wine, plus: some labels on wine (“natural”? “organic”? “biodynamic”?) + how you can make some smarter, more eco-conscious wine purchases. Find Cru Cellars on Instagram or in Tampa at: 1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa, FL 33602 + Armature Works Chat with me!! Find me on instagram (@lauraediez) or via [email protected]. You can also now follow ECO CHIC specifically at @ecochicpodcast on instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back with our second Happy Hour episode! Today, we’re talking with my friends Tristan and Liz all about food: socio-economic issues, farmers’ markets, waste, marketing, GMOs… everything you’ve ever wondered about food, we’re wondering, too. Let’s chat!! Shoot me an email at [email protected] or an Instagram DM @lauraediez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The argument against straw-free movements has been circulating the internet… today we’re addressing the real deal when it comes to commercial fishing debris! Yes, a lot of our marine plastic is from fishing nets – but that doesn’t mean we should ignore efforts to eliminate plastic straws. We’re getting into the issues with both sides of the argument. And we have a fun surprise later!! * Great article about fishing debris, ghost nets * Plastic Island * Reusable stainless-steel straws on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s talk about periods. 50% of the population has them, yet we’re nervous to talk about menstruation openly and honestly. Ridiculous!! Today on ECO CHIC we are joined by Betsy Drach, the founder of Dot Cup, a new one-for-one menstrual cup. We’re talking about everything you’ve ever wondered about menstrual cups: what they are, why they’re the move for your health and the environment, and how they can empower women around the world. Keep in touch! DM me on instagram (@lauraediez) or email me ([email protected]). * Follow @dotcup on Instagram * Purchase Dot Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are chatting with Elise and Lori of Unicreamer, a totally vegan, non-GMO, hypoallergic coffee creamer! We touch on the benefits of incorporating plant-based products into a diet, especially for non-vegans (like us). Elise and Lori are also committed to animal welfare, a topic that is super important to respecting the planet that we do not talk about enough. Keep in touch! DM me on instagram (@lauraediez) or email me ([email protected]). * Order Unicreamer (40% off right now!!) * Follow @Unicreamer * Check out Marley’s Mutts, the awesome organization Lori and Elise mentioned partnering with! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we’re breaking down what makes up our personal water footprints! We’re skimming the surface of the direct and indirect sources of water consumption in our lives. Let me know your thoughts on this new series! If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! * Calculate your personal water footprint here * Calculate your personal carbon footprint here * Water consumption of energy sources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I am PUMPED to be introducing a new series to ECO CHIC… Happy Hour! You’ll meet experts in the sustainability space from totally different specialties, we’ll have some drinks, and we’ll talk honestly and openly about ENERGY. We’re discussing the potentials and pitfalls of renewables, posing some questions, and getting nerdy. Cheers! Let me know your thoughts on this new series! If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are speaking with Celia of Litterless! Litterless is a blog + social media space where Celia discusses moving towards a zero-waste lifestyle. She also host workshops and aids in fostering zero-waste communities in the Midwest. We talk about what zero-waste is, finding resources wherever you may be, and encouraging community around a lower impact lifestyle. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! Find ECO CHIC wherever you listen to podcasts + don’t forget to rate, review, share. See ya next Tuesday!! * Read Celia’s blog, Litterless, here. Follow here on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, @litterless * Here is Litterless’ super handy compost resource locator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At the intersection of wellness and sustainability, we find The Green Witch: super sustainable, beautiful CBD products based out of New York City. Leila, the founder of The Green Witch, is speaking with us today on the what CBD is, why organic practices are important, and how we can all be a little more eco-conscious in our personal health journeys. ECO CHIC listeners have an exclusive discount code for The Green Witch products – stay tuned until the end! If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), contact through my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! * Shop Green Witch products at shopgreenwitch.com + follow at @shopgreenwitch * Visit The Green Witch pop-ups at Canal Street Market (265 Canal St, New York, NY 10013) + soon at The Shops NYC Union Square (Broadway between 12th and 13th) * Bulk Store Locator – take advantage of search filters! * Find LUSH solid shampoo bars here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the most ECO CHIC things we can do is shop secondhand for good looks! We’re continuing our conversation combatting fast fashion today – I’m sharing my top five tips for thrifting, and then recommendations for where to thrift both online and IRL, throughout the country. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! * Listen to Episode 10 on Fast Fashion * Thrifting apps: Poshmark, Depop, Etsy * Locations-specific recs: * Chapel Hill, NC + Richmond, VA: Rumors * Miami, FL: Miami Twice * NYC: Beacon’s Closet, L Train Vintage, Housing Works * AZ: Buffalo Exchange, Runway Fashion Exchange (both actually have a ton of locations nation-wide!) * LA: Melrose Trading Post, Wasteland, Council Thrift Shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on ECO CHIC we are talking with Megan Faletra of The Well Essentials! Megan is enlightening us on the truth of sustainability in diets – we should acknowledge that there is more to it than just eating organic, or just eating local, or just eating vegan … especially considering climate change, nothing in our food systems happens in isolation. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! * Connect with Megan on Instagram * Visit The Well Essentials online * Shop for Sustainability Supplies on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are chatting with Ashlee Piper, author of GIVE A SH*T: Do Good. Live Better. Save the Planet. Ashlee is a political strategist turned vegan and eco-lifestyle advocate and TV personality. We’re getting into how she started living more eco-consciously, the practicalities of this lifestyle, the deal with ethical veganism… so much good stuff. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! * Order GIVE A SH*T on Amazon * Visit Ashlee’s website + follow her on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So excited to share today’s episode with Carly Bergman! Carly and I are talking about what eco-spirituality means, the rationale behind permaculture, and finding positivity in people when discussing sustainability. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! * Find Carly on Instagram here + The Sustainable Duo here * For Carly and Brendon’s ebook, zero waste survival kit, speaking dates, and more, here is The Sustainable Duo’s website + Etsy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are having a conversation with Manuela Baron, better known online as The Girl Gone Green! She has just returned from a six month journey throughout Asia, learning about sustainability and wellness. She shares some lessons she’s taking with her, and how we can all stay practical in our environmental mindset when traveling. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! * Check out The Girl Gone Green on Youtube + Instagram * Watch Manuela’s Ted Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are talking with Sharon Rowe, founder + CEO of Eco Bags! Eco Bags is the original reusable bag in the U.S. We’re discussing profitability in sustainability: laser-focused business plans, identifying a niche, and sticking to your values. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! * Check out The Magic of Tiny Business on Amazon * Shop Eco Bags’ official site here + Amazon: string shopping bags can be found here and reusable produce bags here. Everything is 100% organic, fair trade, B-Corp certified… everything your sustainability dreams are made of * Find Sharon online here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of ECO CHIC we are talking about reducing our energy + water consumption at home! We will be going through each room and discussing how to make some implement more eco-friendly habits and products. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! * Here are some more tips for homeowners to make some eco-friendly upgrades * Here is a recipe for DIY toothpaste – there are also plenty of recipes online for DIY lotions, scrubs, etc. I make body scrub out of coffee grounds with this recipe. * Laundry!! Here is one laundry detergent free of unnecessary chemicals. Here is a link to soap berries on Amazon – a cool, natural, plastic-free option. Here are wool balls to replace single-use dryer sheets. * More info on vampire power can be found here * I wrote this post on easy kitchen staples you can make yourself to reduce waste, and this episode of the podcast talked about trash in general. I like these reusable produce bags + use this reusable K-Cup to replace single-use Keurig cups! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of my favorite topics when it comes to climate change: the impacts on animal and plant communities! Here we are discussing how birds and bees are responding to changes in precipitation, habitat shifts, and more. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! Resources * The two research groups on bees I mentioned are this post-doc out of Florida State and this lab out of NC State * Learn how you can support your local bee communities here * This page from the Audubon Society is a fun way to learn more about birds – you can break it down by region! If you want to get into birding, the gold-standard resource for calls/identifications/etc is EBird. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are starting to tackle one of the biggest topics when it comes to being ECO CHIC – fast fashion! The conversation starts today with denim and leather. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! Information + Inspiration: * The two sustainable denim brands I mentioned were Everlane + Reformation * I referenced the documentary True Cost to learn about the environmental and ethical impacts of fast fashion – it’s on Netflix! * One of my favorite slow fashion bloggers is Megan of Tunes and Tunics – she showcases lots of sustainable brands on her blog and insta! * The sustainability index I mentioned is the Higg Index – you can download the whole index right now and figure out the implications of different fabrics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s talk compost! This week, we’re getting in to why composting matters + how easy peasy it is to offset your environmental footprint. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez), my site (lauraediez.com) or email me ([email protected]). We can also be Facebook friends! References * Here is any easy walk-through of setting up a home composting system * I like this article in Scientific American + this page from the EPA, both discussing methane emissions from landfills * This article discussed landfill methane capture projects * Here, here, and here are studies I mentioned that link carbon sinks and climate change mitigation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s talk about microplastics! What are they? Why are they harmful? What can we do about them? As always I’d love to chat about science/sustainability/anything under the sun; send me an Instagram DM (@lauraediez, easiest for me!) or an email via my contact page! References: * This is a great PDF handout by NOAA on micro plastics * Here is more info on the Microbead Free Waters Act * Here is a galley of product lists containing micro plastics, broken down by country and then severity of the micro plastics (red/orange/green) – some are surprising! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices